Vice President, Contracts / Risk Management

Rudolph Libbe Group; Kentucky; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rudolph Libbe Group seeks a Vice President, Contracts / Risk Management to lead contractual risk, insurance, and claims functions for Rudolph Libbe Inc. The role advises executives and project teams, aligning contract risk management with corporate objectives and project success.

It also directs a Contracts & Risk Management team of 3–6 associates. Executive leadership participation and enterprise governance involvement are expected, with focus on improving safety, risk controls, and overall

Qualifications

• Advanced contract negotiation and legal risk management capabilities
• Deep knowledge of insurance programs and claims management practices
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Proven leadership and team development skills
• Excellent communication with executive and operational stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Oversee contracts from negotiation to execution to balance outcomes and protect financial interests
• Identify and mitigate contractual, legal, and financial risks across projects
• Review and approve contracts, change orders, and related documentation for consistency and compliance
• Optimize insurance programs to ensure adequate coverage across operations
• Lead and mentor a Contracts & Risk Management team of 3–6 staff
• Provide enterprise governance input and strategic risk guidance to leadership
• Support project teams with risk advisory aligned to business objectives
• Monitor and improve risk management processes and outcomes across the organization
• Collaborate with executive leadership on risk strategy and governance

Skills

Contract negotiation

Insurance programs

Risk management

Financial risk analysis

Leadership

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Law, or related field

Job description

Vice President, Contracts / Risk Management

The Rudolph Libbe Group is a leading, full-service provider of construction and facility solutions headquartered in Walbridge, Ohio. Founded in 1955, RLG operates as a single-source partner for clients across diverse industries, offering expertise in construction management, design-build, energy solutions, and ongoing facility maintenance. Our organization is comprised of multiple companies working together as one team. This integrated structure allows us to deliver everything from site selection and financing to construction, renovation, and long-term facility management, ensuring seamless service and exceptional results. At RLG, we pride ourselves on a safety-first culture, collaborative approach, and commitment to quality, making us one of the top contractors in the nation.

Job Location

Walbridge, OH

Job Category

Contracts

The Vice President of Contracts / Risk Management provides executive leadership and strategic oversight of all contractual risk, insurance, and claims functions for Rudolph Libbe Inc., protecting the organization’s financial and legal interests through effective contract negotiation, risk transfer, claims management, and insurance program administration. The position serves as a key advisor to executive leadership and project teams, ensuring that contractual, insurance, and risk management strategies align with corporate objectives and project success. This position also participates in enterprise governance and business strategy as a member of the Executive Leadership Team and Management Committee, supporting alignment across all business units and regional operations. This role oversees and directs a team of 3 to 6 department associates.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contracts are structured, negotiated, and executed to achieve balanced outcomes that protect the organization’s financial and legal interests
• Contractual, legal, and financial risks are proactively identified, mitigated, and minimized across all projects and agreements
• Consistency and compliance are achieved through thorough review and approval of contracts, change orders, and legal documentation
• Insurance programs are optimized to ensure adequate coverage and strong protection of company assets across all operations
• Claims are effectively managed from initiation through resolution, reducing financial loss and operational disruption
• Subcontractor risk exposure is minimized through rigorous prequalification, monitoring, and enforcement of contractual and insurance requirements
• Claims, disputes, and litigation are resolved efficiently, protecting organizational interests and reducing overall exposure
• Project teams achieve stronger outcomes through proactive risk advisory support and practical, business-aligned guidance
• Financial performance is improved through effective evaluation and management of contractual risk allocation and exposure
• Executive decision-making is enhanced through clear, data-informed insights related to contracts, insurance, and risk strategies
• Enterprise governance and strategic alignment are strengthened through active participation in leadership initiatives
• Safety outcomes are improved by integrating risk management practices into contractual frameworks and project execution strategies
• Organizational capability is strengthened through leadership, development, and coaching of the Contracts & Risk Management team
• Team performance and accountability are elevated through clear expectations, aligned priorities, and continuous development

SKILLS

• Advanced expertise in contract negotiation and legal risk management
• Deep knowledge of insurance programs and claims management practices
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• High level of business acumen with ability to align risk strategy to financial performance
• Proven leadership and team development skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities with executive and operational stakeholders
• Ability to influence enterprise strategy and drive decision-making
• Strong judgment, integrity, and professionalism in complex situations
• Proactive risk identification and situational awareness capabilities

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Law, or related field
• 15 to 20 years of experience in construction contracts, risk management, legal, and project management roles
• Demonstrated expertise in successful contract negotiation, insurance programs, and claims management
• Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams and complex business challenges.

The Rudolph Libbe Group of companies is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.